California opens the day with a soft marine chill, low clouds drifting between buildings as early light spreads across the basin.
California’s Weather Alert focuses on a calm but changing winter pattern across Southern California today. In Los Angeles, temperatures start in the low 50s, with light winds and lingering clouds early. Roads remain dry, and travel impacts stay minimal for the morning commute.
According to the National Weather Service, clouds gradually thin as sunshine breaks through later today. Afternoon highs climb into the low 70s across much of the Los Angeles metro, warmer inland and slightly cooler near the coast. Tonight stays mild, though patchy fog may develop after midnight, especially in low-lying and valley areas.
Midweek warmth continues. Tuesday and Wednesday bring sunny afternoons with highs in the low to mid-70s. Morning fog remains the main concern, reducing visibility on surface streets and freeways like I-5 and US-101 during early hours. Drivers should slow down and use headlights in dense fog pockets.
Thursday and Friday push temperatures even higher, reaching the mid to upper 70s in some neighborhoods. The air feels more like early spring than late January. Despite the warmth, nights stay cool enough for fog to return, especially near the coast and inland valleys.
No rain is expected, and winds remain light. NOAA’s 6–10 day outlook shows below-normal precipitation continuing into early February, keeping Southern California dry. Temperatures trend above seasonal averages, extending the mild stretch.
Winter hasn’t vanished, but it’s taking a back seat for now. Are you seeing fog or clear skies where you live this morning?
Five-Day Outlook for Los Angeles, California
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 73°F
- Wednesday: Patchy morning fog, then mostly sunny, high near 72°F
- Thursday: Sunny, high near 75°F
- Friday: Sunny, high near 78°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 78°F
